gulfgreyhound
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My wife found a mink stole in some clothes that were her mothers. She said to get rid of it. Anyone have a use for it? GG
GenCon
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GG, I have plenty. But it ties a lot of great flys. Nymohs, wets ad drys
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dc410
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I also have an abundance of it. Just like many other mammals that spend a lot of time in the water (muskrat, beaver, etc.) it is awesome dubbing for nymphs. Has a good look when wet, good movement and retains some bubbles. I like to tie it in a dubbing loop or split thread style. One of my most productive carp patterns that I tie has a real buggy body tied with mink fur dubbing.
I also have an abundance of it. Just like many other mammals that spend a lot of time in the water (muskrat, beaver, etc.) it is awesome dubbing for nymphs. Has a good look when wet, good movement and retains some bubbles. I like to tie it in a dubbing loop or split thread style. One of my most productive carp patterns that I tie has a real buggy body tied with mink fur dubbing.
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lestrout
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The Darbees used mink guard hairs for wings, especially caddis. They are stiff and very shiny. They don't compress and are slippery, so make adjustments when tying them in.
